Nightlife

Costa Rican nightlife varies from small gatherings at the local karaoke bar to heart-pumping discos with dancers and DJ's. The nightlife destinations included here have a healthy nightlife on a regular basis and a selection of bars and restaurants to explore throughout the evening hours.

 

Judging by its exterior, the capital city of Costa Rica, San José, is merely an ugly conglomerate of outdated commercial buildings and decrepit infrastructure—potholed streets and crumbling sidewalks that wind without reason through a mishmash of seemingly thrown together corrugated metal and plaster. Rated 6.2/10 by visitors.


Hiking   Shopping   Rafting  

Once a quite fishing hamlet, Tamarindo has evolved to be the area’s most developed and accessible tourist town. Rated 7.9/10 by visitors.


Shopping   Surfing   Night Life/Bars & Rest  

Playa Jaco is the closest beach to San Jose, the Central Valley and is one of the most visited coastal destinations in Costa Rica. Rated 7.7/10 by visitors.


Kayaking   Zip Lines   Surfing  

Known for its laidback attitude and famous for it's surfing, Puerto Viejo beckons visitors to come experience Costa Rica’s eccentric side. Rated 8.8/10 by visitors.


Biking   Snorkeling   Night Life/Bars & Rest  

Coco Beach (Playa del Coco) is well known for its popularity with Costa Rica's youth. Rated 8.0/10 by visitors.


Shopping   Sport Fishing   Snorkeling  





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